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Department of Physical Therapy School of Health Professions

Welcome to the Department of Physical Therapy

Our department has a dynamic mix of faculty with outstanding educational preparation, research, and expertise in clinical practice. We are housed in a state of the art facility within a nationally ranked research-focused university.

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Programs

The Department of Physical Therapy has offered outstanding educational programs in physical therapy since 1964. Currently, we offer:

B.S. in Disability Studies and Rehabilitation Science

Program for students interested in working with individuals with disabilities to improve their quality of life, access, and participation in their community.

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Program for students who want to become physical therapists.

Graduate Certificate in Primary Care Physical Therapy for Underserved Populations

For physical therapists and DPT students who want to provide primary care physical therapy (PT) services in an interprofessional team to underserved communities and marginalized populations.

PhD in Rehabilitation Science

Program for students who seek to advance rehabilitation knowledge by participating in specialized research and teaching opportunities.

Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency

Program for physical therapists interested in specializing in neurologic physical therapy.

Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency

Program for physical therapists interested in specializing in orthopedic physical therapy.

Latest News

  • Christy named Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the APTA
    Professor Jennifer Christy, PT, Ph.D., director, University of Alabama at Birmingham Doctor of Physical Therapy program, assistant dean for Faculty Affairs in the School of Health Professions, has been named a Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association.
  • UAB launches new undergraduate degree in disability studies and rehabilitation science
    The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Health Professions recently launched a new undergraduate degree in disability studies and rehabilitation science. The new program is already accepting applications.
  • Governor Ivey signs bill to impact care in rural and underserved counties
    Governor Kay Ivey, during a bill signing ceremony on Thursday, signed into law the Preceptor Tax Incentive Program to provide income tax credit incentives for certain health professions students who train in rural and underserved counties across Alabama.